Terms and Conditions

Bayport Laboratories
Effective Date: August 29, 2025
Last Updated: August 29, 2025

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the Bayport Laboratories website at bayportlab.com (the “Website”) or engaging with our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Website or services.

Company Information:

Company Name: Bayport Laboratories
Business: Contract Manufacturing for Color Cosmetics, Skin Care, and Hair Care
Address: 4601 Interwood N Packway, Houston, TX 77032
Email: info@bayportlab.com

2. Description of Services

2.1 Manufacturing Services

Bayport Laboratories provides contract manufacturing services including:

Color cosmetics development and production
Skin care product formulation and manufacturing
Hair care product development and production
Custom formulation services
Private label manufacturing
Product testing and quality assurance
Packaging and fulfillment services

2.2 Website Services

Our Website provides:

Information about our manufacturing capabilities
Access to our formulation library
Project inquiry and quote request systems
Industry resources and educational content
Facility tour scheduling
Client portal access (for authorized users)

3. Eligibility and User Requirements

3.1 Business Use Only

Our Website and services are intended for:

Licensed beauty brands and companies
Industry professionals and entrepreneurs
Authorized business representatives
Individuals over 18 years of age

3.2 Account Registration

When creating an account or submitting inquiries, you must:

Provide accurate and complete information
Maintain current and truthful business details
Protect your account credentials
Notify us immediately of unauthorized access
Use your account only for legitimate business purposes

3.3 Prohibited Users

You may not use our Website or services if you:

Are under 18 years of age
Have been previously banned from our services
Represent a direct competitor (without prior authorization)
Are subject to trade sanctions or restrictions
Intend to use our services for illegal purposes

4. Acceptable Use Policy

4.1 Permitted Uses

You may use our Website to:

Research our manufacturing capabilities
Submit legitimate project inquiries
Access authorized client resources
Download permitted marketing materials
Schedule facility tours and consultations

4.2 Prohibited Activities

You may NOT:

Copy, reproduce, or distribute our proprietary formulations
Attempt to reverse-engineer our processes or methods
Use automated tools to scrape Website content
Submit false or misleading project information
Interfere with Website functionality or security
Upload malicious software or harmful content
Violate any applicable laws or regulations
Infringe on intellectual property rights
Share confidential information with unauthorized parties

4.3 User-Generated Content

When you submit content (inquiries, specifications, feedback):

You retain ownership of your submitted content
You grant us license to use it for providing services
You represent that you have rights to submit the content
You agree not to submit confidential third-party information
We reserve the right to remove inappropriate content

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Proprietary Rights

Bayport Laboratories owns and reserves all rights to:

Proprietary formulations and recipes
Manufacturing processes and techniques
Trade secrets and know-how
Website content and design
Company trademarks and branding
Technical documentation and specifications

5.2 Client Intellectual Property

We respect and protect:

Client brand names and trademarks
Custom formulation specifications
Proprietary ingredient combinations
Marketing materials and packaging designs
Confidential business information

5.3 Third-Party Rights

We acknowledge and respect:

Supplier intellectual property
Licensed technology and processes
Industry patents and trade secrets
Regulatory guidelines and standards

6. Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure

6.1 Mutual Confidentiality

Both parties agree to maintain confidentiality of:

Proprietary formulations and ingredients
Business strategies and plans
Pricing and commercial terms
Manufacturing processes and capabilities
Client lists and business relationships

6.2 Permitted Disclosures

Confidential information may be disclosed when:

Required by law or regulation
Necessary for service delivery (to authorized personnel)
Approved in writing by the disclosing party
Already publicly available through no fault of recipient

7. Service Terms and Conditions

7.1 Project Quotations

Quotes are valid for 30 days unless otherwise specified
Pricing subject to raw material cost fluctuations
Minimum order quantities may apply
Lead times are estimates and subject to confirmation
Custom formulations require separate development agreements

7.2 Manufacturing Requirements

All orders subject to our production capacity
GMP compliance and quality standards apply
Regulatory compliance is client’s responsibility
Product specifications must be clearly defined
Changes to approved formulations may incur additional costs

7.3 Payment and Commercial Terms

Payment terms specified in individual service agreements
Late payments may result in service suspension
Disputed charges must be reported within 30 days
All prices exclude shipping, taxes, and regulatory fees

8. Quality Assurance and Compliance

8.1 Manufacturing Standards

We maintain:

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance
ISO 22716 certification standards
FDA regulatory compliance
State and local regulatory requirements
Industry best practices and safety standards

8.2 Product Responsibility

Clients responsible for regulatory compliance in target markets
Product safety and efficacy claims are client’s responsibility
We provide manufacturing compliance documentation
Final product testing and validation may be required
Regulatory submissions are client’s responsibility

8.3 Quality Control

All products manufactured according to approved specifications
Quality testing performed per established protocols
Certificate of Analysis provided with each batch
Deviations reported immediately to client
Corrective action procedures in place

9. Liability and Risk Allocation

9.1 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, BAYPORT LABORATORIES’ LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID FOR THE SPECIFIC SERVICE GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM. WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
Lost profits or business opportunities
Product recalls or market failures
Regulatory actions or compliance issues
Third-party claims against your products

9.2 Force Majeure

We are not liable for delays or failures due to:

Natural disasters or extreme weather
Government actions or regulatory changes
Labor disputes or supply chain disruptions
Pandemic or health emergencies
Acts of war, terrorism, or civil unrest
Equipment failures beyond our reasonable control

9.3 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from claims arising from:

Your product marketing and distribution
Regulatory compliance failures
Product liability claims
Intellectual property infringement
Breach of these Terms or service agreements

10. Website Terms

10.1 Availability and Uptime

Website provided “as is” without availability guarantees
We reserve right to modify or discontinue Website features
Maintenance and updates may cause temporary interruptions
No warranty regarding Website functionality or accuracy

10.2 Third-Party Links

Website may contain links to external websites
We do not endorse or control third-party content
Third-party sites governed by their own terms and policies
Use of linked sites at your own risk

10.3 Privacy and Data Protection

Website use subject to our Privacy Policy
We collect and use data as described in Privacy Policy
Cookies and tracking technologies may be used
Contact us regarding data protection concerns

11. Termination

11.1 Termination Rights

Either party may terminate:

Website access for Terms violations
Business relationship with reasonable notice
Specific project agreements per contract terms
Services immediately for material breach

11.2 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

Access to client portal and resources terminates
Outstanding obligations remain in effect
Confidentiality obligations survive termination
Intellectual property rights remain with respective owners
Final invoices become immediately due

12. Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms governed by laws of the State of Texas, without regard to conflict of law principles.

12.2 Jurisdiction and Venue

Any legal action must be brought in state or federal courts located in Harris County, Texas.

12.3 Dispute Resolution Process

Direct Communication: Attempt resolution through direct discussion
Mediation: Non-binding mediation through qualified mediator
Arbitration: Binding arbitration per American Arbitration Association rules
Litigation: Court proceedings only if alternative methods fail

12.4 Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes individually and waive rights to participate in class action lawsuits.

13. General Provisions

13.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any signed service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between parties.

13.2 Modifications

We may update Terms with reasonable notice
Material changes require 30 days advance notice
Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
Individual service agreements may have different terms

13.3 Severability

If any provision is deemed invalid or unenforceable, remaining Terms remain in full effect.

13.4 No Waiver

Failure to enforce any provision does not constitute waiver of that provision or our rights.

13.5 Assignment

We may assign these Terms without consent
You may not assign rights without our written consent
Terms bind successors and assigns

13.6 Independent Contractors

Nothing in these Terms creates partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship.

14. Industry-Specific Terms

14.1 Cosmetic Regulations

All products manufactured in compliance with applicable cosmetic regulations
Clients responsible for ingredient safety assessments
INCI naming and labeling compliance required
International regulatory variations client’s responsibility

14.2 Raw Materials and Suppliers

We source materials from qualified suppliers
Supply chain disruptions may affect delivery schedules
Clients may specify approved suppliers or materials
Additional costs may apply for special sourcing requirements

14.3 Formulation Library

Access to our 5,000+ formulation library per agreement terms
Modifications to existing formulations available
Exclusive formulation rights require separate agreement
Intellectual property ownership clearly defined in service agreements

15. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms and Conditions:

Bayport Laboratories
Legal Department
4601 Interwood N Packway
Houston, TX 77032

Email: info@bayportlab.com

Please include “Legal/Terms Inquiry” in your email subject line.

16. Acknowledgment

By using our Website or services, you acknowledge that:

You have read and understood these Terms
You agree to be bound by these Terms
You have authority to bind your organization to these Terms
These Terms may be updated periodically

Effective Date: August 29, 2025
Last Updated: August 29, 2025

These Terms and Conditions were last updated on August 29, 2025. We recommend reviewing these terms periodically as they may be updated to reflect changes in our business practices or legal requirements.